Madhav Narayan Festival and Swasthani Brata Katha: Month-long festival in Bhaktapur
Summary
Thousands of devotees gather at Hanuman Ghat in Bhaktapur for the month-long Madhav Narayan Festival, which coincides with the Swasthani Brata Katha fasting rituals between Paush Shukla Poornima and Magh Shukla Poornima.
Key Points
- Madhav Narayan Festival is observed in Bhaktapur with devotees dressing up and recounting divine tales.
- The festival is dedicated to Lord Madhav Narayan and coincides with the month of Magh.
- Swathani Brata Katha fasting rituals take place from Paush Shukla Poornima to Magh Shukla Poornima.
- The celebration in Bhaktapur offers a different experience compared to Sankhu.
- Thousands of devotees gather annually at Hanuman Ghat in Bhaktapur Municipality-7 for the Brata.
